Will closing my vents help with my energy bills?

Posted August 19, 2019

Trying to monitor the temperatures and energy costs in your house can be challenging. There’s one approach many homeowners use to try to come to a solution—closing the vents. Whether you are trying to force cooler air to different spaces or looking for ways to decrease your monthly energy bills, closing vents might seem like a good option.

But you might want to reevaluate.

According to ENERGY STAR, while you may feel some difference in your home, closing the vents could potentially be harmful. It can make your system work harder than it should, or the air will find another way out, like through leaky air ducts.

Closing vents also doesn’t improve energy efficiency. Your system is still going to work hard to push that same amount of air out, so it could actually raise your energy costs. Keep in mind that every home and situation is different. If you have questions, you can reach out to a qualified professional to take a look.

However, you’re in luck! There are other solutions to help you manage temps in your home. Here are a couple solutions that we recommend:

Zoning Systems – This is a great solution if you have multiple stories or larger floor plans. The zoning systems lets you choose sections or areas of the home and set unique temperatures to help maintain home comfort. This also helps with utility bills, because you won’t be heating or cooling areas of the home that aren’t occupied.

Mini-Split Systems– If you’ve added an extra room or space that doesn’t allow you to extend your ductwork, mini-split systems can provide the additional heating or cooling you need. Even better, installation is pretty easy. The only pieces of equipment required are an interior unit on an exterior wall and an outdoor condenser unit.

If you are having challengings keeping your whole house at a comfortable temperature in Zelienople, give Knoechel Heating Company a call. Our team can help assess the situation. You can also schedule an appointment with us online. We’ll walk you through your solutions and discuss the best route to meet your home comfort needs!

Knoechel Heating Company offers dependable, quality service to homeowners in the Zelienople area. Our experienced technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable on all HVAC products, so you’ll be confident knowing you are in good hands. The team at Knoechel Heating Company adheres to high standards and are dedicated to providing the best customer service, whether you’re searching for a new HVAC system or need maintenance on your current system. If you have questions or need help with your HVAC system, call us at 724-425-5852 or schedule an appointment online to get started on your home comfort needs!